How much does it cost to rent in Castle Pines, CO?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Castle Pines, CO is $2,603. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Castle Pines cheaper than other Colorado cities?

Castle Pines is one of the pricier cities in Colorado, ranking #12 out of 66 cities tracked at $2,603/mo.

When was Castle Pines rent data last updated?

Castle Pines rent data reflects July 2026 and was last refreshed on July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.

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Castle Pines

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Pop. 4,436·12th most expensive in Colorado·Castle Pines rents have dropped 16.8%, currently a renter's market

Median rent (all units)

$2,603/mo

Year-over-Year

-16.8%

Month-over-Month

-8.3%

vs US Median

+$638

Falling (Monthly)

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Castle Pines · $2,603

More expensive than 82% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Affordability

16% of income

VERY AFFORDABLE

0%30% benchmark60%+

At $2,603/mo, rent takes about 16% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford

$104,000/yr

Local median income

$191,229/yr

Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Castle Pines's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,820

1 BR

$1,990

2 BR

$2,380

3 BR

$3,110

4 BR+

$3,480

Research median

$2,380/mo

Bedroom estimates are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

Rent trends

12-month history

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost

$31,236/yr

At $2,603/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Renter's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are down 16.8% year-over-year. Push hard on price, concessions, and lease terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (-16.8% YoY, -8.3% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Castle Pines, CO is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, has a median income above the national average, 79.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

4,436

Median income

$191,229

Median age

53.9

Age distribution

15.1%

12.6%

23.4%

25.8%

23.1%

Under 1815.1%

18–3412.6%

35–5423.4%

55–6425.8%

65+23.1%

Gender

51.6%

48.4%

Male51.6%

Female48.4%

Race & ethnicity

91%

White91%

Hispanic5.9%

Asian2%

Other0.9%

Education (25+)

17.2%

79.6%

HS diploma3.1%

Some college17.2%

Bachelor's+79.6%

Housing tenure

100%

Owner100%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau · ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates

2021 vs 2026

How Castle Pines, CO has changed in 5 years

Income

$186,976 → $191,229

up 2.3%

Population

11,296 → 4,436

down 60.7%

Renter share

10.9% → 0%

-10.9 pts

Bachelor's+

70.8% → 79.6%

+8.8 pts

Median age

43.2 → 53.9

+10.7 yrs

Household income in the area moved from $186,976 to $191,229 across the same window, up 2.3% versus 2021. The population has contracted by 60.7% since 2021, moving from about 11,296 residents to roughly 4,436. Renters now make up 0% of households, compared with 10.9% five years ago. College-educated residents now make up 79.6% of adults here, versus 70.8% in 2021.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Castle Pines on your salary?

At $2,603/mo, how Castle Pines rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $99,204/yr · Rent = 31.5% income

stretched

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $70,434/yr · Rent = 44.3% income

rent-burdened

Police Officer

Avg $81,134/yr · Rent = 38.5% income

stretched

Software Developer

Avg $145,016/yr · Rent = 21.5% income

affordable

Lawyer

Avg $185,294/yr · Rent = 16.9% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $65,951/yr · Rent = 47.4% income

rent-burdened

Truck Driver

Avg $59,546/yr · Rent = 52.5% income

severely rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $73,395/yr · Rent = 42.6% income

rent-burdened

By apartment size

Castle Pines rent by bedroom count

Median rent for each apartment size in Castle Pines. Click any size for full breakdown.

Local insights

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About renting in Castle Pines, CO

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Castle Pines is $2,603/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,820/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,380/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,990/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $3,110/mo.

At 16% of local median household income ($191,229/yr), Castle Pines ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 16.8% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Castle Pines an affordable city for renters?

Castle Pines is considered very affordable for renters. At $2,603/mo, rent takes approximately 16% of the local median household income ($191,229/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Castle Pines falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Castle Pines?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $104,000/year (~$50/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,603/mo in Castle Pines. The local median household income is $191,229/yr, meaning the typical Castle Pines household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Castle Pines?

Rent in Castle Pines has decreased 16.8% over the past year as of July 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

How does Castle Pines rent compare to other cities in Colorado?

Castle Pines is one of the pricier cities in Colorado for rent, ranking #12 out of 66 tracked cities at $2,603/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Castle Pines?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Castle Pines ($2,603/mo): Cherry Creek ($1,894/mo), Meridian ($1,940/mo), Lone Tree ($2,011/mo).

How does Castle Pines rent compare to the national average?

Castle Pines's median rent of $2,603/mo is $638 (32%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Colorado, it ranks #12 out of 66 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

16%

VERY AFFORDABLE

At $2,603/mo, rent takes ~16% of Castle Pines's median household income ($191,229/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Castle Pines 16%Benchmark 30%

State income tax4.4%

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